Dental implants are one of the most popular methods to replace missing teeth. Whether it be replacing one, multiple, or all of your teeth, these titanium posts support beautiful restorations that complete your smile! Traditional dental implants, however, can be expensive. Their multipiece design and numerous appointments increase their price tag, making restoring your smile difficult for those on a budget. Fortunately, Dr. Gregory Zirakian of East Longmeadow Family Dental Center also offers mini dental implants, which are much more affordable! With their unique advantages and Dr. Zirakian’s flexible financing options, mini dental implants cost less than you may expect!
Understanding Mini Dental Implants
There are two main types of dental implants that both support crowns, bridges, and dentures.
Traditional implants are typically around 5 millimeters and require an invasive placement process. Additionally, they feature a multi-piece design that requires Dr. Zirakian to place each component separately. Overall, the process is time-consuming and expensive. In many cases, patients aren’t even eligible for these implants because they don’t have enough bone to accommodate such a large titanium screw.
In contrast, mini dental implants are less than 3 millimeters in diameter. To place them, Dr. Zirakian uses a minimally invasive procedure that doesn’t require incisions or stitches!
Instead, he drills a small pilot hole through the gums into your jawbone to create an opening for the implant. Then, he carefully places the small titanium screw, which is instantly stable enough to support a temporary restoration. The immediate loading of your implant provides several benefits to patients that traditional implants just can’t offer.
Also, mini implants have a single-piece design, allowing Dr. Zirakian to place them in just one appointment. Due to their minimally invasive procedure and their one-piece design, these implants are less time-consuming and more affordable than traditional implants.
While traditional implants are favorable in a select few cases, a mini dental implant is usually the ideal tooth replacement option!
Why Mini Dental Implants Cost Less
A mini implant offers three distinct advantages that make it more affordable than a traditional dental implant. Mini dental implants cost less because they have:
- Fewer components: Traditional implants have multiple components that Dr. Zirakian must screw together to create a stable foundation for your restorations. Mini implants are single-piece titanium screws that provide an instantly stable anchor. Because they use less material and have fewer parts, they’re typically much more affordable!
- Fewer appointments: In addition to only paying for one component, the single-piece design of a mini implant requires only one placement appointment. Dr. Zirakian places mini implants in a single visit, so you only have to pay for one placement appointment.
- Less bone required: Due to the large size of traditional implants, a lot of jawbone is needed for placement. Mini dental implants are much smaller, requiring significantly less bone for support. This design not only makes them more accessible to those who suffer from bone loss, but it also reduces the need for a bone graft! A bone graft is an additional procedure often necessary for a conventional implant, as it replaces lost bone. But with mini dental implants, bone grafting is usually unnecessary, saving you time and money.
When replacing missing teeth, consider mini dental implants for affordable and effective treatment you can depend on!
Affording the Cost of Mini Dental Implants
At East Longmeadow Family Dental Center, Dr. Zirakian offers mini dental implants as a more affordable alternative to traditional dental implants.
However, he understands that some of his patients’ budgets still don’t allow for mini dental implants. In some cases, your dental insurance plan may cover dental implant treatment, but this isn’t always the case. To learn what your plan covers, we recommend booking a free consultation at our office to review your coverage.
To address high costs and limited insurance coverage, Dr. Zirakian offers flexible financing options for patients on a budget. Using third-party financing companies, eligible patients split their costs into manageable monthly payments.
If you have any questions about the cost of mini dental implants or how to afford them, Dr. Zirakian’s team will gladly assist you!
Book a Complimentary Exam at East Longmeadow Family Dental Center!
When looking to replace your teeth, you need a dentist you can trust and affordable care that is reliable and effective. With their simpler procedure and other incredible advantages, mini dental implants cost much less than traditional implants. And with flexible financing options, you can restore your smile without breaking the bank!
For dental care you can trust at an affordable price, try mini dental implants. Book a free consultation and a complimentary exam today to start your journey to a beautiful smile.
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